MSD SB6 Programmable Ignition for the Kawasaki ZX ... - MPS Racing

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MSD SB6 Programmable Ignition
for the Kawasaki ZX-14
PN 4219
Parts Included:
1 - Ignition 1 - Wiring Harness 1 - Parts Bag 1 - CD ROM
WARNING: When installing the SB6, disconnect the battery cables. When disconnecting, always
remove the negative cable first and re-install it last.
Note: It is recommended to have the Service Manual available to verify correct panel removal and
wiring since models can vary by year. It is recommended to contact the MSD Technical Help
Desk when programming, 888-258-3835. The software is also available on the website at www.
msdpowersports.com.
These instructions detail the installation and wiring process of the ignition. Details in programming
the SB6 Ignition are provided on the supplied CD in the Help menu or with the Programming
Instructions.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove dash screws A, B and C on left and
right side of the bike then remove dash cover
assembly (Figure 1).
2. Remove panel’s screws D and E on left and
right side of bike. Gently remove the side
covers (Figure 1).
A
B
D
C
E
3. Use care to remove the tank cover. Carefully
lift the front tabs on both sides and slide the
cover forward. Once the tabs have cleared, lift
the cover off (Figure 2).
Figure 1 Removing the Dash Screws and Cover.
FRONT
OF BIKE
FRONT
TAB
BACK
TAB
Figure 2 Removing the Tank Cover.
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4. Remove the plastic rivet located on the bottom
cover behind the front wheel (Figure 3). This
will loosen the left and right side panels.
Then remove the two plastic rivets under the
headlight to remove the panels (Figure 4).
Figure 3 Bottom Cover.
Figure 4 Removing the Headlight Panels.
5. Lift the panel tab over the boss to release panel
(Figure 5).
TAB
Figure 5 Panel Removal.
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6. Before removing the side panels, disconnect
the turn signal connector (Figure 6). Slide the
panels down to remove.
DISCONNECT
TURN
SIGNAL
Figure 6 Disconnecting the Turn Signal.
7. The front of the gas tank needs to be propped
up to access wiring. Remove the four 10mm
bolts (Figure 7). Note that the tank does not
have to be removed. It can be propped up to
gain access to the harness.
1
With the panels removed and the tank propped
up, the installation can begin. Page 4 shows
all of the wiring of the MSD SB6. The unit can
be mounted with Velcro or secured under the
seat.
3
4
2
Figure 7 Prop the Gas Tank Up.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PIN
LOCATION
WIRING
Black
Red/Black
Gray
11 Connect to Ground.
16 Connect to the factory speed Sensor Yellow wire.
22 Gear Position Sensor wire. Splice into the factory Red/Green wire.
Red 1 Crankshaft Sensor positive.
Crank Sensor Connectors, 2-pin
Black
14 Crankshaft Sensor negative.
Input
Green 2 Coil 1 input.
Coil Connectors, 6-Pin
Output
Black/Orange 25 Coil 1 Trigger.
White 7 Coil 2 input.
Black/White
26 Coil 2 Trigger.
Yellow 4 Coil 3 input.
Black/Yellow 13 Coil 3 Trigger.
Violet
20 Coil 4 input.
Black/Red 9 Coil 4 Trigger.
Red 8 12 volts.
Red 8 12 volts.
Accessories
Blue
Brown
17 2-Step. Activates the MSD launch rpm setting when grounded. Connects to the
clutch switch Black wire.
15 Step Retard. When connected to 12 volts, the timing will retard.
Orange 3 Shift Light. Provides 12 volts to activate a shift light.
Yellow/Black 18 Shift Kill. When connected to ground the ignition output is disabled.
Red 5 0-5 Volt Sensor Input. Connect to any sensor that outputs a 0-5 volt signal.
BLUE - TWO STEP (TO CLUTCH SWITCH)
ORANGE - SHIFT LIGHT OUTPUT
RED/BLACK - SPEED SENSOR
RED - SENSOR, 0-5V
BROWN - STEP RETARD
GRAY - GEAR POSITION SENSOR
GROUND
YELLOW/BLACK - SHIFT KILL
COIL
CONNECTORS
CRANK
SENSOR
CONNECTORS
Figure 8 Wiring of the SB6 for the Kawasaki ZX-14.
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INSTALLATION
1. The MSD unit can be secured with a strap or
Velcro ® under the seat for easy access. Route the
harness below the tank support bracket. Connect
the ground eyelet to the bracket (Figure 9).
GROUND
TANK SUPPORT BRACKET
Figure 9 Grounding.
2. Locate the OEM Crank connectors on the right
side of the bike, behind the throttle bodies
(parallel to the ground bolt). Connect the MSD
harness inline (Figure 10).
GROUND BOLT
SENSOR
CONNECTIONS
Figure 10 Crank Position Connection.
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3. Locate the OEM 6-pin connectors on the left side
of the bike. Remove the bracket bolt to access
the connectors. Plug the MSD harness inline to
the connectors (Figure 11 and 12). Reinstall the
coil connector bolt.
6-PIN COIL
CONNECTORS
Figure 11 Coil Connector Location.
Figure 12 Coil Connections.
4. Locate the Gray 4-pin connector on the left side
of the bike. Using the supplied splice connector,
splice the Gray MSD wire into the Red/Green wire
of the factory Gear Position Sensor (Figure 13).
GEAR POSITION CONNECTOR
See how to properly use the Wire Taps in Figure
15.
GRAY MSD
WIRE TAPS
TO FACTORY
RED/GREEN
Figure 13 Splicing into the Gear Position Sensor.
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5. Locate the 3-pin Black connector of the Speed
Sensor on the left side of the bike. Splice the
Red/Black wire of the MSD to Yellow factory wire
(Figure 14).
This completes the wiring and installation of the
SB6. To start the engine, it is recommended to
position the rotary switch to position 0.
SPLICED MSD
RED/BLACK
INTO THE
FACTORY
YELLOW WIRE
Figure 14 Splicing into the Speed Sensor Wiring.
WIRE TAP INSTALLATION
1. Insert male end cup into wire to be spliced.
3. Hand tighten barrel into male end cup.
3. Strip wire approximately 3/8” (10mm).
4. Insert wire into male end exposing only bare
wire.
5. Hand tighten male end to barrel.
BARREL
3/8”
(10mm)
WIRE TO BE
SPLICED
MALE
END
CUP
MALE
END
Figure 15 Wire Tap.
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Service
In case of malfunction, this MSD component will be repaired free of charge according to the terms of the warranty.
When returning MSD components for warranty service, Proof of Purchase must be supplied for verification. After
the warranty period has expired, repair service is based on a minimum and maximum fee.
All returns must have a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number issued to
them before being returned. To obtain an RMA number please contact MSD Customer Service at
1 (888) MSD-7859 or visit www.msdignition.com/rma to automatically obtain a number and shipping information.
When returning the unit for repair, leave all wires at the length in which you have them installed. Be sure to include
a detailed account of any problems experienced, and what components and accessories are installed on the vehicle.
The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible using Ground shipping methods (ground shipping is covered
by warranty). For more information, call MSD Powersports at (915) 858-3365. MSD Powersports technicians are
available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (mountain time).
Limited Warranty
MSD IGNITION warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under its intended
normal use*, when properly installed and purchased from an authorized MSD dealer, for a period of one year from
the date of the original purchase. This warranty is void for any new products purchased through auction websites.
If found to be defective as mentioned above, it will be repaired or replaced at the option of MSD Ignition. Any item
that is covered under this warranty will be returned free of charge using Ground shipping methods.
This shall constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability of MSD Ignition. To the extent permitted
by law, the foregoing is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or representation whether expressed or implied,
including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness. In no event shall MSD Ignition or its suppliers be liable
for special or consequential damages.
*Intended normal use means that this item is being used as was originally intended and for the original application
as sold by MSD Ignition. Any modifications to this item or if it is used on an application other than what MSD Ignition
markets the product, the warranty will be void. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to determine that this item
will work for the application they are intending. MSD Ignition will accept no liability for custom applications.
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